Initiate Definition
initiate
noun
- someone new to a field or activity
- someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field
- people who have been introduced to the mysteries of some field or activity; "it is very familiar to the initiate"
verb
- bring into being; "He initiated a new program"; "Start a foundation"
- take the lead or initiative in; participate in the development of; "This South African surgeon pioneered heart transplants"
- accept people into an exclusive society or group, usually with some rite; "African men are initiated when they reach puberty"
- bring up a topic for discussion
- set in motion, start an event or prepare the way for; "Hitler's attack on Poland led up to World War II"
"Initiate" in song lyrics
See how initiate is used in real songs:
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"humanize imitate overpower initiate"
Aceyalone — The Greatest Show on Earth -
"The mind of an African initiate"
Chief Kamachi f/ Guru — The Best -
"activation energy is required to initiate"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with initiate
Usage tips for "initiate"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "initiate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for initiate to find words that pair well.